Farro (pronounced FAHR-oh) is one of the oldest cultivated grains on our planet. In fact, history books describe Farro as the oldest and original grain domesticated by humans in the Fertile Crescent of the Middle East.

"The Fertile Crescent is a quarter moon shaped region that stretches from the Mediterranean Sea on the west to the Persian Gulf on the east and is often considered to be the location of the biblical Garden of Eden".

Farro became the primary grain consumed by the Roman Empire; in fact Farro helped fuel the Roman legions’ march across Europe and the Middle East. As new varieties of wheat were discovered or created through hybridization, Farro fell out of favor. Today Farro is one of several "ancient grains" that are being rediscovered by chefs and health conscious consumers around the world. We are the first company to make imported Italian Farro widely available to mainstream consumers in the United Sates.

Farro is a great source of vitamins and nutrients, as well as protein and fiber. It is not only incredibly easy to prepare, it is also an extremely versatile grain forming the healthy foundation for a salad, breakfast cereal, or a wholesome addition to soups and/or pilafs. Farro adopts the flavors of the other foods it is combined with, making this a delicious accompaniment to almost any meal.

Quick Facts

Nutritions

Farro is one of the oldest cultivated grains consumed by humans for over 5,000 years

Pearled Farro has the hull removed which shortens the cooking time and makes Farro a convenient way to add more grains to your diet.

Farro is high in fiber, is high in protein and a great source of complex carbohydrates

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1/4 Cup Dry (43g)
Servings Per Container 9

Amount Per Serving

Calories 170

Calories from Fat 10

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 1g

2%

Saturated Fat 0g

0%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg

0%

Sodium 0mg

0%

Total Carbohydrate 35g

12%

Dietary Fiber 5g

21%

Sugars 0g

Protein 7g

Vitamin A 0%

Vitamin C 0%

Calcium 2%

Iron 12%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calories needs: